Andean Archaeology

Peru, Summer 2018

The ancient cultures of Peru have long fascinated archaeologists and the public alike. The 1911 rediscovery of the Inka city of Machu Picchu ignited the imagination about Peru, and this fascination continues today. In this study abroad program students will embark on a journey exposing them the collective technological, social, political, and economic achievements that makes Andean civilization a truly unique chapter in the story of humankind, experiencing firsthand the archaeological remains reflecting the history, cultures, art, and even beliefs systems of Andean prehistory. The itinerary will move in temporal and geographic fashion to cover and visit sites on Pacific coast to the highlands, moving from the development of early cultures to chiefdoms, states, and empires with special focus on the Chavín, Moche, Nasca, Chimú, and Inka cultures, from Huaraz to Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cuzco.

Program Highlights

Embark on a journey exploring the collective technological, social, political, and economic achievements that make Andean civilization a truly unique chapter in the story of humankind.

Discover how the rise, fall, and regeneration of Andean societies reveals unexpected revelations about us and the course of the modern world.

Eligibility

This program is open to all undergraduate and graduate students including students who do not attend George Mason University. Minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.

Credits

6 credits

All students will be enrolled in one 3-credit online section of ANTH 396/ANTH 570. Students will choose one additional 3-credit course to complete in Peru.

City tour of Cusco incl. Qorichanca (AM); Sacsayhuaman; Qenqo (afternoon; we’d like to spend a little more time at
Sacsayhauman; last year we were rushed through this monumental site and could not even enter and explore the ruins)

Machu Picchu. We should attempt to do as close as to a full day there at the ruins as possible

Day 40

Travel back to Cuzco

Day 41

Colonial period tour – Cuzco Cathedral; churches of La Capilla de la Virgen Purificada de Canincunca, San Juan
Bautista de Huaro Church, San Pedro Apostol Church

Day 42

Travel back to Lima and course wrap up; late night/early AM departures for U.S

*Instructor reserves the right to modify the course schedule as needed

* Dates and itinerary subject to change. The Global Education Office reserves the right to make changes to a program in light of currency fluctuations, changing security and safety conditions, and/or any other unforeseen circumstances.

Program Cost

Summer 2018: $5,300

Included: Tuition for 6 credits, accommodations, entrance fees/tours/guides as described in itinerary, most breakfasts, some lunches and dinners in-country, in-country transportation, international emergency medical insurance.

*Participants must arrange their own airfare, once instructed to do so by the Mason Global Education Office.

Program Payments

Students on MasonGEO programs must pay the advertised program cost in order to participate. This cost will be made in three payments (Deposit + First Payment + Final Payment). Students using financial aid can provide additional paperwork in lieu of deposit and final balance payments.

Application Deposit: A non-refundable program deposit $200 must be received by the application deadline. This fee is paid online through the MasonAbroad application system and is included in the program fee.

First Payment: A non-refundable payment of $1000 must be received by March 11, 2018 in order to confirm your enrollment in the program. Students who are using financial aid may have this payment deadline extended. See "Financial Aid" information below.

Final Payment: The final balance payment is due by April 8, 2018. This is the difference of your Program Cost minus the $1200 you've already paid (Deposit + First Payment). Students who are using financial aid may have this payment deadline extended. See "Financial Aid" information below.

Financial Aid and VA Benefits: Students who intend to use financial aid or their VA benefits to fund their program fees (partially or in full) must have the "Intent to Use Financial Aid" or "Intent to Use VA Benefits Form" completed and on file with the Global Education Office by the First Payment deadline. The "Intent to Use Financial Aid" form is available in the MasonAbroad application system once you have started your application for this program. If you are using VA Benefits please contact your program officer to request the "Intent to Use VA Benefits Form."

Payment Instructions

For more information on payments, financial aid, and information for non-Mason students:Payments

Scholarships

GEO offers a number of need- and merit-based scholarships. All Mason students are welcome to apply:Scholarships

Application Deadline:

Sunday, March 4, 2018

Application requirements:*

Program Deposit: $200 for all applicants.

Course Selection Questionnaire: You will choose the course(s) you would like to be receive credit for on this program. Check the "Academics" tab to see what courses are offered on this program. If you need help selecting your course, check with your academic advisor.

Passport Status Questionnaire: You do not need a passport to complete this questionnaire or the application. However, if you do not have a valid passport, you should begin applying for one now. The Global Education Office offers Passport Grants to help.

Signature Documents: Read and electronically "sign" the documents regarding the acknowledgement of risk, the pre-departure orientation, and your financial responsibility.

Intent to Use Financial Aid Form: For Mason students only. If you use financial aid, this form must be completed by your financial aid counselor and submitted by the 1st payment deadline.

Additional requirements for non-Mason applicants:

Official transcript: To be mailed or emailed to the Global Education Office at George Mason University.

Non-degree Contract Course/Admission Form: Please complete the form and upload it into the questionnaire.

* Additional application requirements may apply to individual programs. Once you open your application, you will see all application requirements.